Healthiest STate Month

It's all about 5-2-1-0 in October!

FOUR LITTLE NUMBERS.

ONE AWESOME WAY TO STAY HEALTHY! 

Throughout October, schools, communities, early care programs and health care clinics celebrate 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count during Healthiest State Month!  Download a 2021 Toolkit to get started and join the fun! 

#HealthyChoicesCount

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Each week of Healthiest State Month focuses on a different 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! habit:

Week 1 Focus on getting 1 hour of physical activity each day. Participate in the Healthiest State Annual Walk.

Week 2 Focus on eating 5 fruits or vegetables each day.  Participate in Iowa Local Food Day, sponsored by Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.

Week 3 Focus on 2 hours or less of screen time each day. Reduce screen time by reading a book or participate in a program that doesn't require a screen.

Week 4 Focus on drinking 0 sugary beverages and more water each day. Water is fuel for your body!  To keep your body running smoothly, drink plenty of water throughout the day!